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Sir Edmund Hillary Dies

By Peter Potterfield - January 10th, 2008

Sir Edmund Hillary, the climber who was one of two men to make the first ascent of Mount Everest, in 1953, died in his native New Zealand. In May, 1953, Hillary and Sherpa Tenzing Norgay were the first human beings to climb to the summit of Mount Everest. The extraordinary event made both men famous. Hillary had been in failing health for several years.

The Planet Ice Project

By James Martin - January 19th, 2007

James Martin, writing exclusively for GreatOutdoors.com as he photographs and researches his book, Planet Ice, has been busy documenting the vanishing ice around the world. His new book includes essays by Yvonne Chouinard and others.

Classic Hikes of the World

By Peter Potterfield - September 2nd, 2005

An excerpt from Peter Potterfield's new book on the world's best hiking routes, including the Grand Canyon, Kungsleden, McGonagall Pass, Routeburn Track and the Wonderland Trail.

A World of Adventure

By Jake Norton - February 21st, 2005

Jake Norton has photographed the world's mountains, peoples, and cultures for
a variety of clients.

Top Ten Sights in Asia and the South Pacific

By GreatOutdoors Staff - May 7th, 2004

Discover Asia. See it all! Here are the top sights - from Angkor Wat to Mount Everest to the Great Barrier Reef to the Great Wall of China.

Spiritual Adventures

By Jason Lathrop - November 21st, 2002

Spiritual retreats are one way of leaving your culture for another.

Peaks & Passes

By Charlie Fowler - January 25th, 2001

Mountaineer-photographer, Charlie Fowler shares a breathtaking view of Cho Oyu and Shishapangma as his crew attempts to climb and ski some of the world's largest peaks.

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